Letter: A fair tax is what Illinois needs

The fight for a fair tax in Illinois is gaining momentum, with a groundswell of support from business owners, faith leaders, public servants, service providers, everyday taxpayers and legislators. They know that:

• Illinois cannot sustain a cut of $2 billion this year without further cuts to public safety, education and other important services;

• Illinois families cannot afford the higher property taxes that could result to replace funds for these critical services;

• Illinois must meet its responsibilities while being fair to Illinois’ families, asking those with high incomes to pay more and giving a tax break to those who earn less, putting money in the pockets of middle-class families to help boost local economies and grow jobs;

• A fair tax is what Illinois needs.

A rate schedule was introduced to provide a tax break to the 94 percent of Illinois taxpayers earning under $205,000. The Illinois Fair Tax Calculator allows citizens to quickly determine their tax savings or additional tax burden. Please go to FairTaxCut.com to see what you might save.

Tell your state legislators that you want an opportunity to vote in November on the proposed Illinois Constitutional Amendment — that a fair tax is right for your family and Illinois.